Serbian towels (peškir) are traditional textiles that have been used for centuries for both everyday and festive occasions. They were often woven from cotton or linen and decorated with the characteristic needle-painted embroidery technique. The motifs include floral ornamentation and human depictions, which may vary by region. They had a special role at weddings and other family celebrations, where they served as gifts or decorations.
In Serbian folk tradition, towels were not only practical objects but also status symbols. In many cases, they were given to the bride as part of the dowry. They also played an important role in church ceremonies, for example, in decorating the iconostasis.